Georgetown University (GU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Washington, DC. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The GU's tuition & fees is $68,089 for the academic year 2024-2025. 34% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $46,087.
The school has a total enrollment of 20,031 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
GU's acceptance rate is 12.91% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 46.68%. The median SAT score is 1490 and the ACT score is 33.
GU ranked 14th in National Universities and 1st in District of Columbia Colleges rankings. Georgetown University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Georgetown University is $68,089. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $61,670.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $71,236 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $64,128.
| Undergraduate | $68,089 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $61,670 |
| Undergraduate | $71,236 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $64,128 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 12.91% Acceptance Rate / 46.68% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,490 SAT / 33 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 95% |
| Retention Rate | 97%(full-time), 100% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 9.09% (11 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 20,031 (7,833 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $46,087 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Georgetown University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers the study abroad opportunity which is an arrangement by which a student completes part of the college program studying in another country.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Address | 37th and O St NW, Washington, DC 20057-0001 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 202-687-0100 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | R1 Universities |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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